Project Manager - Distribution

Black & Veatch Family of Companies • Chicago, IL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.   

Black & Veatch’s distribution business is growing rapidly, and we are seeking project management professionals at multiple levels to support a diverse portfolio of distribution engineering services, EPC projects, and emerging program based work across the United States.
These roles are part of a fast paced, growth oriented organization and are ideal for individuals with a strong work ethic, a sense of ownership, and a desire to build long term client partnerships. Project management team members work closely with distribution engineering and grid leadership to deliver high quality outcomes while helping shape the future of a growing distribution organization.
Black & Veatch’s Technology, Commercial & Industrial group supports clients across fast growing, technology driven markets including advanced manufacturing, data centers, gigafactories, bio/ag tech, and distributed infrastructure.
The Distribution Project Management Team partners closely with distribution engineering leadership and grid leadership to deliver work for investor owned utilities and other clients nationwide. The team values collaboration, accountability, client partnership, and a shared commitment to delivering high quality results while building for the future.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of progressive project management experience in electrical distribution engineering
• Experience supporting or managing utility, distribution engineering, EPC, or infrastructure‑related projects Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership and deliver results in a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment
• Demonstrated experience building and sustaining long‑term client relationships and obtaining repeat work
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams, including engineering and technical staff
• Experience leading client‑facing projects, portfolios, or programs
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and adapt to changing priorities

Responsibilities

• Work closely with engineering teams, clients, and internal stakeholders to meet project commitments
• Track schedules, deliverables, and action items, proactively identifying and escalating risks and issues
• Demonstrate a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and follow‑through
• Operate effectively in a fast‑moving environment where processes and structures continue to evolve
• Own delivery of assigned distribution projects, portfolios, or programs with accountability for scope, schedule, cost, and client satisfaction
• Serve as the primary day‑to‑day point of contact for clients, building strong, long‑term partnerships
• Lead and coordinate multi‑disciplinary teams including engineering, Project Coordinators, and Associate Project Managers
• Provide leadership across multiple projects or workstreams, including potential mentoring and oversight of other project managers
• Partner closely with distribution engineering and grid leadership on resource planning, delivery strategy, and execution
• Support proposal efforts, planning activities, and strategic client engagements as appropriate for experience level
• Operate as a hands‑on leader in a fast-paced, growth environment supporting both services‑based and large‑scale EPC or program work

Benefits

• Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers and array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.
• To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time and dependent sick time.
• A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
• We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of that success through stock ownership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level